m365 compliance

Join host Andy and special guest Philip Galea, R&D Manager at Hornetsecurity, as they explore insider threats within Microsoft 365. In this episode, the focus is on SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business, shedding light on the nuances of insider threats and offering valuable insights on safeguarding against them. 

Tune in for expert analysis and practical tips on fortifying your defenses and protecting your organization's sensitive data in the evolving landscape of cloud-hosted infrastructures. 

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Effortlessly manage Microsoft 365 permissions 

The use of Large Language Models (LLMs), like ChatGPT has skyrocketed, infiltrating multiple facets of modern life. In today's podcast episode, Andy and Paul Schnackenburg explore Microsoft 365 Co-Pilot and some surprising risks it can surface. Microsoft 365 Co-Pilot is more than just a virtual assistant: it's a powerhouse of productivity! It is a versatile generative AI tool that is embedded within various Microsoft 365 applications, and as such, it can execute various tasks across different software platforms in seconds. 

Amidst discussions about Co-Pilot’s unique features and functionalities, many wonder: How does M365 Co-Pilot differ from other LLMs, and what implications does this hold for data security and privacy? Tune in to learn more!

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In this week’s episode, Andy and Paul have a discussion that has been brewing for the past several episodes. Microsoft has experienced a series of security incidents in the last few years. For example, the SolarWinds debacle in 2020, multiple exchange server on-prem issues, and more recently the Storm-0558 incident. 

The core issue that all these problems raise, especially for a major global cloud provider, is trust. Can Microsoft be trusted to secure these services that millions around the globe use every single day? This is the main question that the guys get into in this episode along with lots of other great discussions around security in the Microsoft Cloud.  

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As cybersecurity professionals, MSSPs, and security vendors, we often get mired down in the weeds of the “tech” involved in the job and frequently struggle to convey the value of said technology to the C-Suite. With that said, we’re deviating from our regularly scheduled programming this week to bring you something of a “soft-skills” episode to address this key point.  

This week we’re excited to bring you the business and C-Suite knowledge of our very own Hornetsecurity Chief Operating Officer, Daniel Blank for a discussion on how you can get your leadership team to see value in technology, put priority on security, and ultimately sell cybersecurity to the C-Suite. Hope you enjoy! 

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In today’s episode we have Eric Siron, Microsoft MVP, joining Andy for a discussion on the debated topic of On-Prem Security versus Cloud Security from a security standpoint. The digital landscape has transformed, raising questions about securing multiple cloud services, APIs, and the scattered user base. We explore how defenses have evolved and although default protections have strengthened, attack vectors have grown smarter with the growth of ransomware. Join us as we dissect these changes and their impact on modern security paradigms in an era where protection and adaptation are paramount. 

Disclaimer: This episode was recorded just before news of the Microsoft breach hit the headlines. Thus, while some of the perspectives may seem momentarily misaligned due to the unfolding events, the core insights and conclusions drawn remain the same.  

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Monthly Threat Report - August 2023 

Andy and Paul Discuss M365 Security

Andy and Paul Discuss the Difficulty of Licensing Security Features in M365

Hornetsecurity Ransomware Survey Findings

The Backup Bible

Hornetsecurity's Security Awareness Service

Information on Recent SEC Announcement

Join us for an insightful discussion on the topic of licensing Microsoft 365 security features. Microsoft Certified Trainer, Paul Schnackenburg, joins us once again to share his valuable insights on how M365 licensing practices have evolved and why they’ve become so complex. 

In this episode Andy and Paul look at all the different ways native security features in M365 are licensed, what challenges come along with that process, how the process is confusing and more! This includes some discussion around how M365 licensing in general is flawed as well as how third-party software vendors help plug-in and do what they can to simplify this mess. 

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We’re back for another episode with Philip Galea, R&D Manager at Hornetsecurity. In today’s episode, Andy and Philip discuss the frustrations and challenges IT admins face when managing permissions and sharing effectively in SharePoint Online.  

As more organizations embrace remote work, collaborate with external freelancers, and rely on tools like Microsoft Teams and emails for sharing files, the need to manage permissions has become crucial. Tune in to this episode to learn about the complexities of SharePoint and discover ways to regain control over your access management. 

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Get ready for an eye-opening episode recorded live at Infosecurity Europe in London. In this episode, Andy and Matt Frye dissect the results of a comprehensive IT compliance survey conducted by Hornetsecurity. In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, maintaining IT compliance has become a pressing concern for businesses worldwide.  

Tune in to explore the key findings from this survey, featuring insights from over 200 IT professionals representing diverse roles, regions, industries, and experience levels. 

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